Good morning, Rockville.

Rockville High School principal Rhoshanda M.

Pyles wins the 2026 Dr. Edward Shirley Award for Excellence in Educational Administration+ the award will be formally presented at the MCAAP Summer Leadership Conference.

Andre’ Wise, a math teacher and flag football coach at Damascus High School, shared his career pivot from media to education as he empowers students during Black History Month — leading the annual African American Heritage Assembly.

His story highlights local dedication in and out of the classroom.

Montgomery County schools are evaluating Volt AI, a homegrown security service that uses artificial intelligence to boost school safety + it is under review for installation to better protect students and staff.

Montgomery Blair student Rishik Shenolikar started a nonprofit tutoring program that makes math fun for local elementary kids.

He began tutoring during the pandemic in his garage in Silver Spring and his engaging puzzles now spark discussions at home.

DC Water is repairing a collapsed sewage pipe in Cabin John that spilled over 200 million gallons of wastewater into the Potomac River; local officials are monitoring bacteria levels to keep residents safe as cleanup continues.

DC Water is coordinating with the U.S. EPA after a 60-year-old pipe in Cabin John collapsed and spilled raw sewage into the Potomac River; emergency repairs with a bypass and added pumps are set to finish in 4–6 weeks.

Maryland health officials confirmed a measles case from an infectious traveler who passed through Union Station as part of a growing outbreak in the Northeast.

Officials reported that nearly 94% of cases occurred among the unvaccinated & urged residents to get vaccinated.

Wolf's Blues Show & Sit-In Jam

7-11 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No cover — Experience an unforgettable night of local blues talent and surprise guest musicians from near and far.

Dan Hovey Acoustic Performance

5:30-7 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No cover — Enjoy an acoustic journey featuring the sounds of classic rock and original compositions.

Cash Bingo Night

7-9:30 p.m. — Rockville Moose Lodge — Food and drinks available — Experience a fun-filled evening of cash bingo and community camaraderie.

Dog and Cat Adoption Event

12-3 PM — PetSmart — Free entry — Discover your new furry friend at Lucky Dog's adoption event featuring both dogs and cats.

Peace, Love & Boogie Woogie Happy Hour

5:30-7:00 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No cover — Enjoy a vibrant happy hour with award-winning songwriter and pianist Bill Starks blending Americana sounds.

Beatles at Dietle's

5-7:30 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No cover — Enjoy Happy Hour and dive into a nostalgic evening filled with Beatles classics and '60s hits.

Sean Chyun Live Performance

5:30-7 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No cover — Experience the versatile musical talent of Sean Chyun as he blends blues rock, pop, and soul.

Grand Kyiv Ballet: Swan Lake

7-9 p.m. — F Scott Fitzgerald Theatre — $44 — Experience a breathtaking ballet of love and magic as the Grand Kyiv Ballet presents Swan Lake.

Chuck Underwood Trio Performance

5:30-7 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No cover — Experience an engaging blend of jazz, folk, rock, and blues from the dynamic Chuck Underwood Trio.